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Rural Franklin County High-Speed Internet Expansion Project
Q&A: Is my house included in this expansion? The short answer: yes! The long answer: The funding from the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the County for this project is derived from federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) dollars. The main goal of this funding...
Independence Day Office Closure
Our administrative offices will be closed on Monday, July 4th, 2022 in observance of the Independence Day holiday. We will resume our normal operating hours on Tuesday, July 5th, 2022 at 8 AM.
July 4th Trash pickup
Central Kentucky Hauling will be closed Monday, July 4th so that we may celebrate at home with our families. Franklin County residential trash and recycling collections (red carts) will be pushed back one day from your normal schedule (Monday routes will be picked up...
Military & First Responder Family Appreciation Day
Make plans to attend Military and First Responder Family Appreciation Day at Lakeview Park on Saturday, July the 9th from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM. The event will feature fun, games, snacks, and resources for the entire family! https://youtu.be/c0gLcpAZfJM
Firework Safety Tips!
It's firework season in Franklin County. Please take a few minutes to watch our video about firework safety. We also ask that you be COURTEOUS to your neighbors and not set off your displays late at night. Of course, the SAFEST way to enjoy fireworks this Independence...
Comprehensive Plan Survey
We welcome you to join us in updating the FRANKFORT/FRANKLIN COUNTY COMPREHENSIVE PLAN. A comprehensive plan is a long-range statement of the community’s vision for the future. It identifies goals and objectives that can guide envisioned development, preservation,...
Frankfort Cooling Centers
The high temperature is forecast to reach 92 degrees this afternoon. The following sites are available to the public as cooling centers during the hottest part of the day. Simon House - 231 East Main 8 AM - 6 PMThornhill Learning Center - 700 Leslie Ave - 8 AM - 4...
Fiscal Court/FPB Partnership helps to Expand Internet Access to Rural Franklin County
Yesterday, Governor Andy Beshear announced that the Frankfort Plant Board has been awarded $8,045,741 in Better Kentucky funds to expand access to high-speed, fiber internet to 1,918 currently unserved households and businesses located in Franklin County. Last fall...
COVID Utility Assistance Available
Franklin County residents, who are past due on utilities because of the COVID pandemic, can apply for utility assistance through Blue Grass Community Action Service office at (502) 695-5615.
Juneteenth Activities Held at Lakeview Park
Multiple activities were held at Lakeview Park this past weekend to celebrate Juneteenth. These events took place on June 17th and 18th included the Race for Race Relations, Family Fun Day and a Scavenger Hunt. The celebrations were sponsored by Focus On Race...